Directions

Soak raisins in warm water until plump. Drain and dry. Chop coarsely. Mix with 1/3 cup dark brown sugar, cocoa, chocolate, cinnamon, and chopped nuts. You can also mince filling ingredients in a food processor for another texture.

Cream the unsalted butter with 1 cup brown sugar and white sugar until fluffy. Add cream cheese, and cream until blended. Add eggs and vanilla, and mix thoroughly. Blend in yogurt or sour cream. Fold in flour, salt, baking powder, soda. Mix well on low speed of mixer. Spread one third batter in prepared pan. Top with some of the filling mixture. Layer in this fashion until filling and batter are used up.

Has good flavor and texture. I used crasins that I soaked in orange juice, and I can't say I got them dry. I did use 1/2 light and 1/2 dark brown sugar in the cake, I won't do that again, it made the cake look burnt on the outside. I sprinkled it powdered sugar. Great way to get rid of yogurt and cream cheese... I was at the verge of throwing out.

This is a nice moist cake that's not too sweet, which really brings out the flavor of the fillings. I used salted butter, (omitted the salt) fat-free yogurt, and semisweet chocolate chips since I had them in the house. I live at about 6000 ft. and didn't make any adjustments for that but it turned out great anyway. This is tasty the way it is, but could also carry a glaze nicely. This cake is best when still warm. Keep it tightly wrapped or in an air-tight container and eat it within a couple of days as it has a tendency to get firm and dry.

I have to give this a 4 b/c I thought it was pretty good and my boyfriend absolutely loved it, so I compromised! I used choc. chips and light brown sugar and it turned out great! Very easy and looks pretty!

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.